A stress test is a method of evaluating cardiovascular fitness. Explain this test

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An ECG is monitored while the patient is subjected to increasing levels of work using a treadmill or ergometer. It is a common test for diagnosing coronary artery disease, especially in patients who have symptoms of heart disease. The test helps doctors assess blood flow through coronary arteries in response to exercise, usually walking, at varied speeds and for various lengths of time on a treadmill. A stress test may include use of electrocardiography, echocardiography, and injected radioactive substances.

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